Requirements for Graduate Programs

Agriculture (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Agriculture provides a concentration in either Agricultural
Science or Agricultural Education. This program gives students the personal attention
they need and it provides them with current agricultural technology to take their
education to a level that will make them highly competitive in the job market. Visit
the Department Website to learn more.

Applied Engineering and Technology Management (AETM) (M.S.)

The Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology offers the Master of Science
degree in Applied Engineering and Technology Management. This degree is designed for
individuals who wish to further their knowledge of management, leadership, and technology.
The program is appropriate for graduates with backgrounds in technology, engineering,
science, and mathematics and other related fields who have significant business/industrial
work experience.

Bachelor's degree holders with backgrounds in science, engineering, or technology.

IELTS or TOEFL Scores

IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR

TOEFL: 71 or higher with no section below 16 OR

Murray State University ESL Program

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

Biology (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Biology program prepares students to assume an active career
in teaching and/or research or to pursue further graduate studies. Research strengths
of the department include aquatic biology, wildlife biology, mammalogy, physiological
ecology, paleontology and evolution, biochemistry, molecular biology and genetics,
microbial ecology, parasitology, animal behavior and botany. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Business Administration (M.B.A.)

The Master of Business program at Murray State University offers several concentration
options, including a concentration in Accounting and a concentration in E-Business.
This program is AACSB-Internationally accredited. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

AEP Conditional Admission available for students with a 5.5 (or any section of 4.5 or 5.0) on the IELTS or
61-70 (or any section of 13-15) on the TOEFL

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

GRE or GMAT Scores

GRE: 286 or higher OR

GMAT: 400 or higher

Chemistry (M.S.)

The Master of Science graduate program in Chemistry prepares students for further
academic work or for immediate employment in the chemical industry. Students gain
"hands-on" experience with research tools including GC/MS, AA, NMR and FT-NMR, IR,
UV/VIS, HPLC, molecular modeling and other modern analytical techniques. Active research
is conducted in diverse areas of both pure and applied research ranging from the study
of novel reaction mechanisms to the analysis of environmental pollutants. Visit the
Department Website to learn more.

Resume showing Chemistry-related Work Experience or Research Experience

No Spring admission

Creative Writing (M.F.A.)

The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing facilitates the creative and professional
growth of writers and offers the necessary academic credentials for a writer to teach
creative writing at the college or university level. It also provides a foundation
for careers in other writing-related fields. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Economics (M.S.)

Students in this program can either complete a traditional M.S. degree in Economics
or can concentrate on completing a Finance option. The degree is designed to assist
students who are interested in entering a variety of Ph.D. programs as well as entering
the job market directly after finishing the program. The Finance option can also train
students for the CFA exam. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

AEP Conditional Admission available for students with a 5.5 (with any section score of 4.5 or 5.0) on the IELTS
or 61-70 (with any section score of 13-15) on the TOEFL

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

GRE or GMAT Scores in the top 50th Percentile

Economic Development (M.S.)

This degree prepares students to work in the field of local and regional economic
development. Students gain both classroom and practical training in the methods of
economic development. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

AEP Conditional Admission available for students with a 5.5 (or any section of 4.5 or 5.0) on the IELTS or
61-70 (or any section of 13-15) on the TOEFL

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

GRE or GMAT Scores in the top 50th Percentile

Elementary Education - Teacher Leader (M.A.Ed.)

This Master of Arts degree program is designed to fulfill course requirements for
Rank II classification. Applicants must hold an Early Elementary (K-4, P-5, 1-8) Provisional
Certificate or its equivalent. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

English (M.A.)

The Master of Arts in English has multiple tracks that allow students to specialize.
The Literature track is designed primarily for students planning to pursue advanced
studies. The English Education track is designed for practicing teachers wishing to
improve their classroom skills while earning advanced certification. The Creative
Writing track is designed for students wishing to refine their writing skills in fiction
and/or poetry. The English Studies track is designed for students seeking a mix of
courses (professional and/or creative) in Literature, Linguistics, and Rhetoric. The
English with Philosophy as a Cognate Discipline track is designed for students with
continuing interest in both English and Philosophy. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Geosciences (M.S.)

The Department of Geosciences offers a Master of Science degree in Geosciences. Students
choose the thesis or the non-thesis option. Four concentrations are offered for the
thesis option: Environmental Geology, Geoarchaeology, Geoinformatics, and Watershed
Sciences. Each student’s program is developed in consultation with the graduate coordinator.

The Environmental Geology Concentration is an interdisciplinary master’s program within
the Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology designed to prepare students
for further graduate studies or careers in either the public or private sector. This
concentration focuses on the chemical, physical, and biological aspects of environmental
change both in the present and in the geologic past.

The Geoarchaeology Concentration is an interdisciplinary master’s degree program designed
to prepare students for further graduate studies or careers in the public or private
sector. The Geoarchaeology Concentration offers students a broad range of options
to develop a curriculum that matches their particular interests and needs. The Geoarchaeology
Concentration emphasizes the relationship between human culture and the natural environment
and provides opportunities to apply the principles and methods of geoscience research
in an archaeological context.

The Geoinformatics Concentration is designed to prepare students for further graduate
studies or careers in the field of geospatial information science and technology.
Geospatial technology is a fast growing field with broad and multidisciplinary applications
that has penetrated every aspect of our daily lives. The Geoinformatics Concentration
provides students with up-to-date training on geospatial theory, application, and
technology.

The Watershed Science Concentration is jointly sponsored between the Department of
Geosciences and the Watershed Studies Institute (WSI). The Watershed Studies Institute
program in Watershed Science is an interdisciplinary master’s program within the Jones
College of Science, Engineering and Technology designed to prepare students for careers
or for further graduate studies in the broader aspects of watershed management and
science. The student’s program is developed in consultation with the graduate coordinator.
Visit the Watershed Studies Institute site to learn more.

Geosciences is closely associated with the Mid-America Remote sensing Center (MARC)
where hardware and software related to remote sensing and geographic information science
are located. Students also have the opportunity to conduct research through activities
of the department’s Archaeology Laboratory.

History (M.A.)

The Master of Arts program in History offers advanced study in American and Modern
European History, complemented by offerings in non-Western History, to qualified students
with the goal of developing research and analytical skills, an understanding of historical
processes, and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Visit
the Department Website to learn more.

Human Development and Leadership (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Human Development and Leadership program trains students
to work in a very wide range of careers. They work in the non-profit area, for colleges
and universities, and in business and industry. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Information Systems (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Information Systems prepares individuals for management careers
in the vast and growing field of information systems. This field includes such diverse
areas as software development, information management, data analysis, information
security, information systems architecture, system planning, and systems analysis.
Visit the Department Website to learn more.

For the AEP Bridge Program: IELTS minimum of 5.5 with no section below 4.5

For the AEP Bridge Program: TOEFL minimum of 61 with no section below 13

Murray State University ESL Program

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

GRE or GMAT Score

GRE: 288 or higher OR

GMAT: 490 or higher

OPTIONAL: Students may submit resume showing work experience

Mass Communications (M.A. and M.S.)

The Master of Arts or Master of Science in Mass Communication program prepares graduate
students for positions in mass communications and research, provides a foundation
for study at the doctoral level, and prepares graduate students for teaching mass
communications at the college level. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Mathematics (M.A., M.S., and M.A.T.)

The Master of Science and Master of Arts in Mathematics degrees are designed to provide
students with the opportunity to study graduate-level mathematics so that they may
(1) obtain preferred employment in mathematics with government or industry, (2) teach
at the junior college level or be better prepared to teach at the secondary school
level, or (3) continue working toward a doctor of philosophy degree. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

AEP Conditional Admission available for students with a 5.5 (with no section below 4.5) on the IELTS or 61-70
(with no section below 13) on the TOEFL

Murray State University ESL Program

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

2 Letters of Recommendation

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

For M.A.T., students with a degree in another related field may be eligible

Middle School Education - Teacher Leader (M.A.Ed.)

Students must hold a Middle School (5-8, 5-9) Provisional Certificate or its equivalent
to be eligible for this graduate Teacher Leader program. To complete the program and
graduate, you must develop two leadership projects (an internal and external project).
Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Music Education (M.M.E.)

The Master of Music Education degree program is designed to help develop the candidate's
qualities of professional leadership. The curriculum is planned to emphasize the investigation
of important ideas and practices pertaining to school music, continue the development
of musical skills and concepts, and provide opportunities to acquire both greater
breadth of musicianship and a useful degree of specialization as it affects the music
teaching/learning process. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Nonprofit Leadership Studies (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership Studies is designed to prepare individuals
for leadership roles and functions in mission-driven nonprofit sector organizations
dedicated to improving the quality of life at the local, regional, national, and global
levels. Commitment to innovation, social entrepreneurship, social change, engagement,
and advocacy guide the curriculum. Visit the Department Website to learn more. This program must be taken online from the student's home country.

Occupational Safety and Health (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health provides the philosophical,
scientific, and technical knowledge required of individuals seeking professional management
and administrative positions in the field. Students can choose from one of three Occupational
Safety and Health program options: Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene,
and Safety Management. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

All International students will be admitted as Post-baccalaureate and will not be
allowed to take graduate level courses or change to graduate status until they have
completed all undergraduate prerequisites

Organizational Communication (M.A. and M.S.)

The Master of Arts and Master of Science in Organizational Communication prepares
students for effective membership, humane management, and prudent leadership in organizations.
Coursework focuses on various organizational, interpersonal, and small group communication
processes vital to personal and organizational success. Students acquire advanced
communication knowledge and skills in such areas as conflict resolution, managerial
communication, leadership, customer relations, team communication, organizational
change, healthcare communication, persuasion, intercultural communication, training,
and organizational learning. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Postsecondary Education Administration (PSE) (M.A.)

The Master of Arts in Postsecondary Education Administration (PSE) prepares emerging
leaders to become transformational practitioners of higher education and student affairs
within the context of the P-20 environment. The mission of the program is to develop
influential leaders that understand the comprehensive nature of higher education and
can apply alternative solutions to contemporary issues within the field. The PSE program
targets those who desire a career in this exciting field as well as individuals with
an established career in higher education looking for advancement. The core curriculum
fosters growth in research, human relations, multicultural inclusion, and leadership
theory. The two supervised internships offer students an opportunity to test drive
functional areas in higher education from an administrative perspective. Faculty advisors
will work closely with each student to identify site placement to best serve his/her
personal and professional goals. The specializations in Higher Education and Student
Affairs are differentiated by nine credit hours of predetermined courses. Each area
is described in more detail through What is Higher Education? and What is Student Affairs?

Psychology (Clinical) (M.A. and M.S.)

The Clinical Psychology graduate program is accredited by the Master’s in Psychology
Accreditation Council and prepares students for certification to practice psychology.
The clinical program is based on the philosophy that the Master’s degree is first
and foremost a degree in psychology, and students should achieve a broad base of knowledge
in the field. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

DEADLINE: March 15. This program is open only for Fall admission, and all application materials must
be received before March 15 for consideration.

Psychology (General Experimental) (M.A. and M.S.)

The primary objective of the program in General Psychology is to provide a period
of graduate study during which students gain knowledge and skills necessary to seek
career opportunities in governmental or community agencies, teach in two-year colleges,
or pursue doctoral-level study in psychology or related fields. This program does
not train students in the practice of psychology. Thus, graduates with this degree
cannot conduct any form of counseling, psychotherapy, psychological testing, or psychological
evaluations. The Master's program in Clinical Psychology trains students in the practice
of psychology. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

DEADLINE: March 15. This program is open only for Fall admission, and all application materials must
be received before March 15 for consideration.

Public Administration (M.P.A.)

The Masters of Public Administration program provides education and training for professional
careers in government agencies and non-profit organizations. It is a great way to
prepare students who seek a career in public service or to enhance the careers of
those already employed in the public sector. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

School Counseling (M.A., Ed.S.)

The Murray State Counseling Program is committed to a full counseling education experience
for students, including knowledge, skills and personal development in an evolving
and diverse world. Students applying to the CNS program should maintain qualities
that meet College of Education standards. Counseling students should demonstrate inclusiveness,
responsibility, enthusiasm, caring, confidence, and ethical behavior.

DEADLINE: For Fall admission, all application materials must be received before the 2nd Friday
in March. For Spring admission, all application materials must be received before
the 2nd Friday in October.

Secondary Education - Teacher Leader (M.A.Ed.)

If you want to assume a leadership role within your school but you do not necessarily
wish to become an administrator, the Master of Arts in Education, Teacher Leader Program
is for you. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.)

The Master's of Science in Speech-Language Pathology includes graduate course work
and multiple clinical practicum experiences each semester. These experiences include
the Murray State Speech and Hearing Clinic, three preschool programs, area schools,
hospitals, and various medical settings. The program is accredited by the Council
of Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Visit
the Department Website to learn more.

Sustainability Science (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Sustainability Science program is an interdisciplinary exploration
of sustainability issues related to science, appealing to students with interests
in the environment, advance technology and sustainable development. The program is
designed to provide students with a Master's-level understanding of topics including
ecological health, advanced energy technology and other specific applications of sustainability.
The program is designed to encourage the implementation of sustainable practices in
response to local, regional, national and global issues. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (M.A.)

This Masters program provides the educational skills to teach English to students
whose first language is in another language. This program includes courses in applied
linguistics, teaching methods, language and culture, course design, intercultural
competence, evaluation, computer-assisted language learning, and seminars in grammar,
writing, and speaking. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Conditional admission may be available for students with a GPA of 2.25 - 2.74

IELTS or TOEFL Scores

IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR

TOEFL: minimum of 20 on each section OR

Murray State University ESL Program

AEP Conditional Admission may be available for students with a 6.0 on the IELTS with no section below 5.5 OR
a TOEFL score with no section below 18

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

Undergraduate major in English, a Modern Foreign Language or another similar major

Telecommunications Systems Management (TSM) (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Telecommunications Systems Management program learn how to
manage technology and telecommunications technology. This unique combination of skills
is possible because of the program's interdisciplinary nature, combining technical
and technology skills with business skills to produce well-rounded graduates for the
21st Century Telecommunications Industry. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Watershed Science (M.S.)

the Master of Science in Watershed Science is organized as an interdisciplinary program
that provides students with a unique approach to Watershed Science. The program is
designed around teaching and research resources and will utilize the region's extensive
aquatic ecosystems. This program trains students to understand aquatic ecosystems
dynamics and the formulation of management strategies. Visit the Department Website to learn more.

Conditional admission may be available for students with a GPA of 2.5 - 2.74

IELTS or TOEFL Scores

IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR

TOEFL: 71 or higher with no section below 16

GRE: 297 or higher

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

Ed.D in P-20 & Community Leadership

The Ed.D. in P-20 and Community Leadership program produces bold and innovative agents
of change who create P-20 initiatives that will benefit many communities and organizations.
This program is one of the first doctorates in the nation to provide an innovative
and integrated P-20 approach to educational leadership across the continuum. Visit
the Department Website to learn more.

Statement of Support from Applicant's Employer or written plan for how applicant plans to meet demands
of program and maintain professional responsibilities

Interview with Graduate Faculty

Doctor of Arts (D.A.) in English Pedagogy and Technology

The Doctor of Arts in English Pedagogy and Technology is a 48-hour, practice-based
degree that embeds advanced coursework in the content areas of English and Literacy
within a framework of pedagogical theory and reflection. Designed for teachers from
early grades through adult education, the program offers five specializations, one
of which provides supportive experiences and mentoring for teachers pursuing National
Board Certification. The program may be completed in as little as three years and
is available on-campus or online. DEADLINE: April 1. This program is open only for Fall admission, and all application materials must
be received before April 1 for full consideration.

Master's Degree in English, English Education, TESOL, or closely related discipline
with 30 graduate credit hours and a graduate GPA of 3.2 or above

Completion of a graduate-level research skills course in English, English Education,
TESOL, or closely related discipline with a grade of 3.0 or above

Conditional admission may be possible for students with a GPA of 3.0 or above

Writing Sample

Portfolio of teaching materials of the applicant's own design indicative of teaching
ability

IELTS or TOEFL Scores

IELTS: 7.5 or higher with no section below 7.0 OR

TOEFL: no section below 24 OR

Previous degree in the field earned from an accredited U.S. Institution

Conditional admission may be possible for students with lower test scores on a case-by-case
basis

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

Professional Resume

3 Letters of Reference, at least two of which address the applicant's teaching ability

Interview with Graduate Faculty

**International students are not eligible for admission to the following graduate
programs: Nursing, School Administration, Special Education, Teacher Education, Llibrary
Media, Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education